What makes AeroPress different from a French Press?

The AeroPress differs from a French Press in three key ways: it uses air pressure for rapid extraction which reduces bitterness, a paper micro-filter that eliminates grit for a smoother cup, and a much shorter brew time of about a minute.

How long does it take to brew with an AeroPress?

With the AeroPress 3-in-1 brew method, you can make a rich, smooth cup of coffee in about a minute.

What kind of coffee do you get from an AeroPress?

The AeroPress produces a uniquely versatile cup of coffee with a 3-in-1 flavor profile: it's full-bodied like a French Press, smooth like a Pour-Over, and rich like an espresso, all without any grit or high acidity.

Is the AeroPress easy to clean?

Yes, cleanup is famously fast. After pressing, the plunger pushes the used coffee grounds and filter out in a compact, dry 'puck' that can be popped directly into the trash or compost. A simple rinse of the plunger is all that's needed.

How AeroPress Works: The Science of 3-in-1 Brewing

Step 1:

Pour-Over

As hot water is poured over the grounds, the coffee is wetted and aerated.
This aeration (further accelerated by stirring) speeds up the process of extraction and helps to remove sour carbon dioxide from the brew.
This process unlocks a smooth flavor profile like a Pour-Over.

Step 2:

Fast Immersion

The coffee is allowed to steep, and most of the extraction takes place.
Depending on the grind size and time that the coffee is allowed to steep different flavor notes can be extracted.
Immersion gives the AeroPress brew a Full-bodied flavor profile like a French Press.

Step 3:

Air Pressure & Micro-Filtration

As the plunger is pressed, air pressure increases the speed of the brewing process, which reduces the acidity and bitterness found in longer-brew time methods.
As the brew passes through a paper micro filter, coffee grinds, grit, and bitter oils are filtered out to achieve a smooth mouth-feel and signature AeroPress flavor.
Air Pressure helps AeroPress achieve a Richness like an espresso.

There is only one AeroPress

Full-bodied like a French Press.
Smooth like a Pour-Over.
Rich like an Espresso.